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Insalata Caprese II

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"Because this salad is so simple, fresh, top quality ingredients are important." — Marina

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4 large ripe tomatoes, sliced 1/4 inch thick
1 pound fresh mozzarella cheese, sliced 1/4 inch thick
1/3 cup fresh basil leaves

3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
fine sea salt to taste
freshly ground black pepper to taste

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Directions

On a large platter, alternate and overlap the tomato slices, mozzarella cheese slices, and basil leaves. Drizzle with olive oil. Season with sea salt and pepper.

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PREP 15 mins
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I've been making this salad for years. However, us Sicilians make it a little different. Also, another trick is to use fresh bocconcini (the smaller fresh moz. balls) and to use very fresh Roma (chopped) tomatoes or cherry/plum tomatoes. I add a lot of balsamic dressing with only a splash of olive oil (plus at least 3-4 cloves of fresh chopped garlic). Mix together and let the flavors marinate together (it tastes delicious when the balsamic vinegar and garlic flavors soak into the cheese). Just a little Sicilian twist to the caprese salad.

—YOGAFOODIE

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Most Helpful Critical Review

Jun 01, 2010

We made this, and it was okay. It was very easy to make but didn't knock my socks off. Make sure when you make this, you have really excellent ingredients, otherwise it will come out mediocre.

—melissalv

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Dec 19, 2004

My fiance and I ate this nearly every day when we were in Italy. The submitter isn't lying - top-quality ingredients are essential. Use tomatoes on the vine, not beefsteaks. If at all possible, use Buffalo mozzerrella, it is absolutely, UNBELIEVABLY moist and delicious and tastes nothing like the over-processed variety (if you live in the mid-Atlantic, Wegman's has it). I personally like to drizzle a little good Balsamic on at the end and sometimes sprinkle some kosher salt on top. Mmmmmmmm......

—AIMEEWOZ

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Mar 16, 2011

It doesn't get much better or much simpler that this - it's absolutely delicious! It's so fresh and so good I could have eaten just this for dinner with a side a crusty Italian bread. It make a beautiful presentation on a platter. A definite crowd pleaser!

—Jillian

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Mar 18, 2008

This is a traditional Italian favorite in our family which is at its best in summer, with juicy, flavorful, red-ripe Roma tomatoes and bright, crisp fresh basil. Simple and just plain delicious, even with nothing more than a good, crusty bread!

—naples34102

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Apr 29, 2006

I love this salad. I use only the freshest mozzerella and drizzle 2/1 ratio of olive oil and balsamic vinegar.

—JENN_77

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Jan 09, 2004

Caprese is also great on lightly toasted italian hard rolls. Simply drizzle your roll with EVOO and toast lightly. Then layer with cheese, tomatoe, fresh basil, salt, and pepper. You can also drizzle more EVOO and balsamic vinegar for a stronger taste. Try it with a twist and add a layer of sun-dried tomotoes.

—SADLER73

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Jan 20, 2004

Very good! I added sliced black olives to mine. I also added balsamic vinegar (same amount as oil). The only thing I would change is to maybe let the cheese sit in the oil, vinegar, basil mixture a little bit to soak up some of the flavor.

—AngelaM

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Nutrition

Calories
311 kcal
16%

Carbohydrates
6.6 g
2%

Cholesterol
60 mg
20%

Fat
23.9 g
37%

Fiber
1.5 g
6%

Protein
17.9 g
36%

Sodium
627 mg
25%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.

Nutritional Information

Insalata Caprese II

Serving Size: 1/6 of a recipe
Servings Per Recipe: 6
Amount Per Serving
Calories: 311
Calories from Fat: 215

% Daily Value *
Total Fat 23.9g 37 %
Saturated Fat 10.9g 55 %
Cholesterol 60mg 20 %
Sodium 627mg 25 %
** Potassium 355mg 10 %
Total Carbohydrates 6.6g 2 %
Dietary Fiber 1.5g 6 %
Protein 17.9g 36 %
Sugars 4g
** Vitamin A 33 %
** Vitamin C 26 %
** Calcium 50 %
** Iron 25 %
** Thiamin 8 %
** Niacin 57 %
** Vitamin B6 8 %
** Magnesium 12 %
** Folate 14 %

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
** Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.
(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.